TED: A new superweapon in the fight against cancer | Paula Hammond

The video discusses the challenges of treating aggressive and drug-resistant cancers, likening them to supervillains with genetic mutations. It introduces siRNA as a gene-blocking molecule and explains the design of nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. The video highlights the testing of these nanoparticles in treating triple-negative breast cancer and emphasizes the potential for personalized treatments. It concludes with a focus on the impact of these technologies and the hope they bring for future cancer treatments.

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